Welcome to the 2025 EVA Air Brisbane Marathon Festival.

We’re thrilled to host you in the lifestyle capital of Australia for the 33rd year of this incredible event.

As both a social and competitive event, the Brisbane Marathon Festival welcomes runners of all abilities as a World Athletics certified course, while serving as a World Marathon Majors Qualifying Race.

Last year alone, more than 10,000 runners from 35 countries participated, and I’m always amazed by the spirit of everyone who comes to cheer them on.

Momentum for a Brisbane Marathon began at the 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games when people lined the streets of our city for a marathon that stopped our nation.

Now, Brisbane Marathon is one of the oldest and friendliest running events of Australia’s and one our Council, through Brisbane Economic Development Agency, is proud to support.

So while you’re running or cheering against the backdrop of our beautiful Brisbane River and city skyline, I encourage you to linger longer to soak up all Brisbane has to offer.

I hope you enjoy your time in Brisbane, and I wish all competitors, organisers and volunteers a most successful event in 2025.

Adrian Schrinner

Lord Mayor of Brisbane

It’s a pleasure to welcome you to the EVA Air Brisbane Marathon Festival, an event that truly captures the character and charm of Brisbane.

Supported by the Queensland Government through Round 26 of Tourism and Events Queensland’s Destination Events Program, this event showcases the unique connection between our state’s vibrant communities and the diverse regions they call home.

Events like the EVA Air Brisbane Marathon Festival bring people together, celebrate local culture and contribute significantly to the community’s pride and economy.

While you’re here, I encourage you to explore all that the Brisbane Region has to offer – whether it’s its scenic beauty, local flavours, or the warm hospitality that makes this part of Queensland so special.

A big congratulations to the organisers and everyone who worked hard to bring this wonderful event to life. Thank you for being part of the thriving Queensland Destination Events Program.

Andrew Powell MP

Minister for Tourism